Boone County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 32 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.4) | 110 |
Number of participants who attended age related health and wellness programs not identified as a “major program.”Major age-related programs include: Keys to Embracing Again, 10 Warning Signs, and AARP Prepare to Care |
| 2027.2) | 48 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 0 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
Success Stories
WALK, SHOP AND CHOP PROMOTES HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND LOCAL FOODS
Author: Diane Mason
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to the Kentucky Behavioral Risk Factor Survey 2023 Annual Report, 36.5 percent of adults in the commonwealth report being obese and 32.8 percent did not participate in any leisure-time physical activity or exercise (https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dpqi/cdpb/Kentucky%20BRFSS%20Data%20Reports/2021KyBRFSAnnualReport.pdf).Obesity is affiliated with a variety of diseases including heart disease, stroke, sleep apnea, some cancers, type 2 diabetes, and arthritis. The Trust for Ameri
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Make your Home a Healthier Home
Author: Diane Mason
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Make Your Home a Healthier HomeThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that humans spend 90% of their time indoors; in homes, schools, workplaces, places of worship, or gyms. Research shows that indoor air pollution is increasing. Our air quality is affected by chemicals, gases, and particles from products used or naturally found inside buildings, inadequate ventilation, and moisture and humidity problems. Homes are the most likely place people are exposed to indoor air pollution.To
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